Canon EOS 5D Mark IV’s Dual Pixel RAW is for focus adjustment in postprocessing (new image and more detailed specs leaked) – updated with patent

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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and the new EF 24-105mm f/4L IS

Update #2: This may be the patent Dual Pixel RAW is based on (thanks lwestfall)

Canon patent combining Phase Detect with Light-Field technology for accurate Auto-Focus

Scroll down  for the Dual Pixel RAW discussion.

Update: Digicame-info also posted a detailed specification list. I added the Dual Pixel RAW information leaked at Nokishita Camera (see below):

  • Newly developed 30.4MP CMOS sensor
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF
  • Dual Pixel RAW: One of the RAW file recording both the normal image and the parallax information. Digital Photo Professional of the “Dual Pixel RAW Optimizer” in the can: three of image processing
    • Image Micro-adjustment: by using the depth information, fine adjustment enables the position of the maximum sharpness and resolution
    • Bokeh Shift: to change the position of the previous blur (original: repositions the viewpoint of foreground bokeh for a more pleasing result)
    • Ghosting Reduction: reduces the ghost and flare
  • Image processing engine DIGIC6 +
  • New noise processing algorithm that reduce the noise more effectively
  • ISO 100-32000 (extended sensitivity ISO 50, ISO 51200, ISO 102400)
  • DLO (Digital Lens Optimiser) diffraction correction (adds fine detail in the Picture Style)
  • Auto-Focus 61 points. Corresponding to F8 in all of the distance measuring point. Focusing down to -3EV (live view -4EV)
  • Seven AF area selection modes, including a “large zone AF”
  • 100% field view in optical finder, magnification 0.71 times
  • Electronic level (2-axis)
  • LCD monitor 3.2 inches 1.62 million dots
    • Touch panel
  • 150,000-pixel RGB + IR metering sensor
    • 252 zone photometry
  • EOS iSA system
  • EOS iTR system
  • Continuous shooting up to 7 frames/sec (OVF is used)
  • Servo AF live view continuous shooting 4.3 frames/sec.
  • Touch AF
  • Touch Shutter
  • Mirror vibration control system (MVCS)
  • Anti-flicker system
  • Wi-Fi built-in (IEEE802.11 b/g/n)
    • NFC-enabled
  • EOS’s first FTP/FTPS transfer function (wireless file transmitter required)
  • GPS built-in
    • GPS logger function
  • 4K 30fps video mode (MJPEG)
  • 4K 30p 4: 2: 2 support Motion JPEG
  • Full HD 60 fps (ALL-I, IPB)
  • HD 120 fps (ALL-I)
  • JPEG images of 8.8MP from 4K video in the camera
  • 0.25 times the HD 120fps high frame rate movies for slow motion
  • CF (UDMA7) and dual-card slot of SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
  • Built-in interval timer and valve timer
  • Durability of the shutter 15 million times 150,000 actuations
  • Magnesium alloy body
  • Weather sealing (dust and water)
  • The size is 150.7mm x 116.4mm x 75.9mm (5.93 x 4.58 x 2.98 inches)
  • Weight: 890g/1.96lbs (battery, including memory card), 800g/1.76lbs (body only)

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A more detailed specification list for the upcoming Canon EOS 5D Mark IV leaked at Nokishita Camera.

Although the text is machine translated from Japanese, I think it is getting clearer what Dual Pixel RAW means and is for (the text in red above). My interpretation of what leaked so far is that Dual Pixel RAW is a technology that will allow for some focus adjustment in post-processing. This is something we know from light-field cameras like the Lytro.

I think the text below leaves no doubt. For instance “normal image and the parallax information” makes me think there is more than one image that’s taken on more than one focus plane. And “by using the depth information, fine adjustment enables the position of the maximum sharpness” seems to point to the possibility to shift the focus in post-processing, as does “Bokeh Shift“. As far as I understand, the “focus post-processing” will be available in a new version of Canon’s Digital Photo Professional software.

Well. Canon is going to set another technological milestone.

Let me know what you think about Dual Pixel RAW, am I right with my interpretation?

[via Nokishita Camera]

Are you going to buy the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV?

  • Yes! (47%, 2,322 Votes)
  • No! (30%, 1,471 Votes)
  • Not sure (23%, 1,145 Votes)

Total Voters: 4,938

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Announcement information

The EOS 5D Mark IV will start shipping in the mid of September 2016. Launch price should be €3,799 in Europe and $3,299 in the USA. Please note that I am not 100% sure about the US price, could also be $3,499. Maybe $3,499 is more likely.

No price hint We know the price for the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM ($1,099) and EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM ($2,199) lenses. The EF 24-105mm will most likely start to ship with the EOS 5D Mark IV (it’s a new kit option), while the EF 16-35mm may be seen a bit later, probably in October.

Canon is set to make a big announcement on August 25, 2016. The following gear (and new EOS 7D Mark II kits) will be announced to the world:

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV will ship mid September, launching at €3,799 in Europe and $3,299 in USA [CW4]

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Update: I downgrade the US price rumor to CW3, could be $3,499.

New bits about the upcoming Canon EOS 5D Mark IV.

I’ve been told (thanks) that the EOS 5D Mark IV will start shipping in the mid of September 2016. Launch price should be €3,799 in Europe and $3,299 in the USA. Please note that I am not 100% sure about the US price, could also be $3,499. Maybe $3,499 is more likely.

No price hint for the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM and EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM lenses. The EF 24-105mm will most likely start to ship with the EOS 5D Mark IV (it’s a new kit option), while the EF 16-35mm may be seen a bit later, probably in October.

Canon is set to make a big announcement on August 25, 2016. The following gear (and new EOS 7D Mark II kits) will be announced to the world:

Are you going to buy the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV?

  • Yes! (47%, 2,322 Votes)
  • No! (30%, 1,471 Votes)
  • Not sure (23%, 1,145 Votes)

Total Voters: 4,938

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Stay tuned!

Below: Images of the gear Canon is going to announce August 25/26.

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III specification and images leaked [CW5]

EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III

EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III

Images and specifications of the upcoming Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III lens leaked at Digicame-Info.

  • Improved AF
  • Weight 790g
  • Total length 127.5mm
  • Maximum diameter of 88.5mm
  • Filter Size 82mm

The new Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III is 16mm longer and weights 150g more than its predecessor.

We expect the EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III to be announced on August 25/26, along with other stuff. Here is the full list:

Stay tuned!

[via Digicame-Info]

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II specification and images leaked [CW5]

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Next leak after the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV of yesterday. More of the gear we expect Canon to announce on August 25/26 leaked at Digicame-Info, with images and specifications of the upcoming Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II lens.

  • Weight 795g
  • Total length 118mm
  • Maximum diameter of 83.5mm
  • Filter Size 77mm

The new EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II is 11mm longer than the [shoplink 230]Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS[/shoplink], and it  weights 125g more. Filter size also did not change. The new Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II looks pretty much like the lens it replaces.

We expect the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II to be announced on August 25/26 along with other gear. Here’s the list:

[via Digicame-Info]

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV specifications and images leaked [CW5] – UPDATED (with poll)

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EOS 5D Mark IV images and specifications leaked at Digicame-Info

Are you going to buy the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV?

  • Yes! (47%, 2,322 Votes)
  • No! (30%, 1,471 Votes)
  • Not sure (23%, 1,145 Votes)

Total Voters: 4,938

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And here they are: specifications and images of the upcoming Canon EOS 5D Mark IV! 

  • 30.4MP CMOS sensor
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF
  • So far it can be to no post-processing of the adjustment dual pixel RAW file
    • A better translation (thanks J): Editable Dual Pixel RAW files (a feature which was previously unavailable)
  • AF 61 points
  • 150,000-pixel RGB + IR photometry sensor
  • Anti-flicker
  • Continuous shooting 7 frames / sec.
  • ISO100-102400 (extended sensitivity)
  • Touch panel
  • Weather sealing
  • 4K at 30fps
  • JPEG still image of 8MP from 4K video
  • 120fps HD video for slow motion
  • Time-lapse movie
  • GPS built-in
  • Wi-Fi, NFC
  • Media SD / SDHC / SDXC and CompactFlash TypeII
  • USB3.0 terminal, HDMI terminal
  • Size: 150.7mm x 116.4mm x 75.9mm
  • Weight: 890g

Update #2: Thanks to our reader Bob who made some research. Dual Pixel RAW files seems to point to a technique for increasing the dynamic range during RAW processing.

Update: I am still trying to figure out what “dual pixel RAW files” are. May this point to Dual ISO, something we have seen on EOS 5D Mark IIIs with Magic Lantern?

As you can see, some of the stuff we anticipated (like 4K, Dual Pixel AF, WiFi etc) leaked today at Digicame-Info. And it turned out the EOS 5D Mark IV is going to have 30MP, not 28MP as we were told nor 24MP as was suggested for long time by other rumor sites. Body size seems to be a bit smaller. The EOS 5D Mark IV has everything people was asking for. The EOS 5D MArk IV will most likely have a price between $3,299 and $3,499, and will be announced August 25/26.

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We expect the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV to be announced on August 25/26, along with other stuff. Here is the full list:

Stay tuned!

[via Digicame-Info]